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29/06/2026

FEATURE|Why international buyers must pay attention to anti-dumping

This article provides international steel purchasers with a systematic framework for understanding anti-dumping risks and strategies for addressing them, examining four key dimensions: legal logic, the latest trends, the impact on buyers, and the distribution of tax rates across major markets.

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29/05/2026

FEATURE| Common Misconceptions and Avoidance Methods for Global Buyers Purchasing Round Bars, Rebars, and Wire Rods

This article identifies six common misconceptions and provides targeted strategies for avoiding them.

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30/04/2026

FEATURE| Zinc Coating: The Most Cost-Effective Corrosion Protection for Steel Structures

This article contains engineering technical information on the selection of galvanized coatings for corrosion protection, covering the mechanisms, process comparisons, international standards, thickness testing methods, and selection recommendations based on environmental corrosion levels for hot-dip galvanizing and electro-galvanizing, for reference only.

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30/03/2026

FEATURE|Green Steel Buyers’ Guide: CBAM 2026, Carbon Costs & Low-Carbon Certifications Explained

This article primarily outlines the core framework and cost accounting logic of the CBAM 2026 policy, clarifies the essential differences between terms such as "green steel," "low-carbon emission steel," and "near-zero emission steel," and interprets the "hard currency" status of the EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) in international procurement. It aims to help international buyers see through the fog of "green labels" and make informed procurement decisions in the new era of green trade.

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03/03/2026

FEATURE| Complete Guide to Color Steel Tiles: Structure, Performance, and Comparison

This article comprehensively covers the definition, classification (single-layer panels and sandwich composite panels), model specifications and characteristics of various panel types, performance advantages, and fire safety precautions for color steel tiles (profiled steel sheets). Through a multi-dimensional comparison with colored stone tiles, it elucidates the fundamental differences between the two materials in terms of composition, performance, and applications.

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29/01/2026

FEATURE| Complete List and Selection Reference of Industrial Pipe Fittings

This article comprehensively explores the pivotal role of pipe fittings as the “joints” of piping systems. It provides a detailed explanation of their definition, common types and functions, performance characteristics of different materials, and selection criteria. Furthermore, it analyzes the current industry trends toward high-end, intelligent, and green development.

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29/12/2025

FEATURE| Steel Pipe Coating System Guide: Selection, Application to Delivery Practice

This article comprehensively outlines the importance, technical classification, inspection and transportation essentials, engineering selection methodology, and future trends of steel pipe coatings, serving as a complete technical guide for engineering projects.

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Short News

17/07 17:23

< On July 17, the price of alloy structural steel round bars in Tai'an remained stable. 40Cr (ASTM 5140) Laigang Φ151-250 (hot rolling) 602.21. (USD/ton)

17/07 17:21

< On July 17, the price of cold work die steels in Tianjin remained stable. Cr12MoV (AISI D2) Fushun Special Steel Φ40-130 (hot rolling) 2110.68. (USD/ton)

17/07 17:20

< On July 17, the price of 200 series cold-rolled stainless steel coil in Foshan fell slightly. 201 J1/2B Hongwang 1.0*1240*C (mill edge) 1284.12, down 7.38. (USD/ton)
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17/07 17:18

< On July 17, the price of stainless steel channel in Wenzhou remained stable. 304 Qingshan No. 5 (50*37*4.5)mm 2154.96. (USD/ton)

17/07 17:14

< On July 17, the price of hot-rolled stainless steel plates in Wuxi remained stable. 316L/NO.1 TISCO 4.0*1500*6000 (slit edge) 4428.00. (USD/ton)

17/07 17:11

< On July 17, the price of stainless steel welded pipe in Tianjin remained stable. 316L Youfa Φ219*4 (pickled) 4915.08. (USD/ton)

Answers

What are the common specifications for stainless steel sheets in China?
Stainless Steel Sheets and Materials: 304, 316L, 321, 201, (301 coiled tubing); Domestic Stainless Steel Sheets: 430, 409, 201

Stainless steel sheet thickness：304 stainless steel sheet thickness: 0.12 mm–65 mm; 316L stainless steel sheet thickness: 0.5 mm–16 mm

Sheet surface finishes: 8K mirror finish, 2B polished finish, sandblasted (brushed, sandblasted), titanium finish, rice-grain finish, oil-finished brushed, Ba-finished

Sheet widths: 1000 mm × 2000 mm, 1219 mm × 2438 mm, 1219 × 3048, 1219 × 3500, 1219 × 4000, 1500 mm × 3000 mm, 1500 mm × 6000 mm
Why are the selection parameters for pull-out anchors so important?
The core value of pull-out anchors lies in transferring structural loads to deep, stable strata. However, many purchasers only focus on the pull-out force value, neglecting:
Deformation compatibility: Excessive deformation differences between the anchor and the surrounding soil can lead to stress concentration.
Corrosion tolerance: The erosion rate of metal anchors by underground chemical environments can vary by more than 10 times.
Construction error tolerance: Drilling deviations have drastically different effects on the bearing capacity of different types of pull-out anchors.
For example, in water-rich strata, using mortar pull-out anchors with anti-corrosion coatings can extend the lifespan by 3-5 years compared to ordinary steel strand anchors. These hidden costs are often only recognized after an accident occurs.
Hello, do you have anchor bolts? Could you provide a MTR. what are the yield strength and tensile strength of the anchor bolts? I need traceability for each batch number.
Hello, I am glad to see your purchase requirements for anchor bolts. We have anchor bolt products. There are no standardized values for the yield strength and tensile strength of anchor bolts; they depend primarily on the specific product standard, material grade, and specifications.
Please be assured. Considering your request for a factory test report (MTR) and traceability for each batch number, a proper MTR document will always include a unique heat number, which is crucial for material traceability. We can provide documents that meet these requirements.
You can tell us the specific standards and grades of the anchor bolts you need to purchase, as well as any other purchasing requirements, so we can provide you with a specific response based on your needs.


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